Bargaon - Someshwar, Almora
Bargaon is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bargaon is 053304. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.57 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bargaon
As per Census 2011, Bargaon village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 58 males and 97 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,672 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 39 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 58 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 50 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 8 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bargaon
Bargaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bargaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bargaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bargaon is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bargaon
Where is Bargaon located?
Bargaon village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bargaon?
Bargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bargaon?
The pincode of Bargaon is 263637.
What is the population of Bargaon?
Bargaon has a total population of 155, including 58 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Bargaon?
There are 36 households in Bargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bargaon is 74.84%. Male literacy is 86.21% and female literacy is 68.04%.